Chilled fresh tomato and basil soup

Refresh your palate with a chilled fresh tomato and basil soup featuring ripe tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a hint of garlic. Perfect for a light, healthy meal! Simple, delicious, and ready in minutes.

  • 10 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 5 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Chilled fresh tomato and basil soup

This chilled fresh tomato and basil soup is the perfect recipe for a hot summer day. It's light, refreshing, and packed with the flavors of fresh tomatoes and aromatic basil. Plus, it's super easy to make with just a handful of ingredients. Whether you’re hosting a summer party or looking for a quick and healthy lunch, this recipe will be your new go-to.

Ingredients:

1 tbsp olive oil
14g
1 onion
160g
2 garlic cloves
6g
6 tomatoes
780g
1/2 cup water
120g
1/2 cup basil leaves
3.50g
salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
- Begin by chopping the onion and tomatoes.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- Wash and measure out the fresh basil leaves.
2. Sauté Onions and Garlic:
- Heat the tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the onions are soft and translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
3. Cook Tomatoes:
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot.
- Pour in the 1/2 cup of water.
- Stir the mixture and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Allow it to cook for about 10-15 minutes, until the tomatoes become soft and start to break down.
4. Blend the Soup:
- Remove the pot from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Once cooled, transfer the mixture to a blender.
- Add the fresh basil leaves to the blender.
- Blend until smooth. You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your blender.
5. Season and Chill:
- Pour the blended soup back into the pot or a large bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir well to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Cover the soup and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
6. Serve:
- Once chilled, taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the chilled tomato and basil soup in bowls.
- Garnish with a few fresh basil leaves or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Tips:

- For a smoother texture, use a high-speed blender to puree the soup.

- Chill the soup for at least 2 hours before serving to enhance the flavors.

- Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of freshly chopped basil for an extra burst of flavor.

- If you prefer a bit of a kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes during the cooking process.

Voila! Your chilled fresh tomato and basil soup is ready to be savored. It's a simple yet flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a crisp salad, and you have a meal that’s both delicious and nutritious. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size270 grams
Energy
Calories 55kcal3%
Protein
Protein 2.17g1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 11g3%
Fiber 3.15g8%
Sugar 7g7%
Fat
Fat 3.80g4%
Saturated 0.55g2%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 88ug9%
Choline 16mg3%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg8%
Vitamin B2 0.05mg4%
Vitamin B3 1.22mg8%
Vitamin B6 0.22mg13%
Vitamin B9 36ug9%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 30mg34%
Vitamin E 1.07mg7%
Vitamin K 20ug16%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 33mg3%
Copper, Cu 0.14mg15%
Iron, Fe 0.69mg6%
Magnesium, Mg 27mg6%
Phosphorus, P 66mg5%
Potassium, K 540mg16%
Selenium, Se 0.15ug0%
Sodium, Na 11mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.44mg4%
Water
Water 250g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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